Following the completion of the new toilets and other recent improvements, Joyful Hearts Home and Care entered another important chapter — the search for land to expand and create a source of long-term sustainability for the orphanage.

The goal was not simply to build more structures, but to build a future: to create a chicken and farming project that would help provide food, income, and opportunity for the children for years to come. The existing property had become too small to safely house both the children and the new chicken coop that was planned. After discussions with the local health office, Pastor Chris was advised that the orphanage would need to acquire nearby land in order to proceed.

The land itself was a blessing — affordable for the region, located near the existing orphanage, and with water, electricity, and a good road. The local pastors even helped contribute to the purchase, and the current owner agreed to donate the vegetables already growing on the land as a gift to the children once it was bought.

Pastor Chris shared his hope for what this property could become:

“We don’t want to be so dependent, but to be involved ourselves in doing something that can generate money for the orphans. Chicken keeping and farming will be a great blessing. We plan to build the chicken coop soon and use part of the land for farming and a playground.”

This new piece of land represents far more than soil and fences — it represents vision, growth, and the chance for Joyful Hearts Home to begin providing for its own needs.

The pictures shared from this time show the land and surrounding community — a hopeful beginning for what will one day become a thriving source of food and income for the children.

If you would like to help Joyful Hearts Home and Care continue growing toward sustainability — through projects like the chicken farm, food programs, and expanded facilities — you can give through our secure PayPal link:
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